Removing The Mainboard - Acer Aspire X3950 Service Manual

Removing the Mainboard

1. See "Removing the Side Panel" on page 29.
2. See "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 30.
3. See "Removing the Heatsink Fan Assembly" on page 32.
4. See "Removing the Processor" on page 34.
5. See "Remove the HDD-ODD bracket" on page 36.
6. See "Removing the Memory Modules" on page 42.
7. See "Removing an Expansion Card" on page 43.
8. See "Removing the Front I/O and Card Reader Boards" on page 46.
9. For the X5950 model, disconnect the LED cable from its mainboard connector before proceeding.
10. Remove the screw (C) on the rear panel.
X3950
Screw (Quantity)
M3xL5 BZN (1)
11. Remove the six screws (B) that secure the mainboard to the housing.
Screw (Quantity)
#6-32 L6 NI (6)
NOTE: The mainboard has been highlighted with a yellow rectangle as above image
shows. Please detach the mainboard and follow local regulations for disposal.
Chapter 3
Color
Black 5.5 to 6.5 kgf-cm
Color
Silver 5.7 to 6.3 kgf-cm
X5950
Torque
86.1A324.5R0
Torque
86.00J44.C60
Part No.
Part No.
49